1217 E Spring St New Albany, IN 47150
Estimated payment $3,872/month
Highlights
- Very Popular Property
- Open Floorplan
- Corner Lot
- 0.51 Acre Lot
- Cathedral Ceiling
- 4 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
Discover a Living Legacy in New Albany! Presenting the Alexander Dowling Home, a heritage-rich Italianate gem nestled at 1217 E. Spring Street in New Albany’s esteemed East Spring Street Historic District—Listed on the Historic Registry. A Historic Beacon of Legal Distinction originally owned by Alexander Dowling, an esteemed justice of the Indiana Supreme Court (1899–1905), this residence symbolizes legal prestige and local legacy. Dowling played pivotal roles in New Albany as a prosecuting attorney, city attorney, founder and president of the Mutual Trust and Deposit Company, and long-serving bank director. Architectural Grandeur & Timeless Style crafted in the Italianate style circa 1870, the home features hallmark characteristics—tall, narrow windows, intricate cornices, and a gracious, vertical elegance. An 1888 addition adds both charm and architectural depth to the structure. Its preservation as part of a historic district ensures its architectural integrity continues to shine. The home can be restored to it's original brilliance of a grandiose home or divided into multiple living spaces. This home also falls within proximity to the broader New Albany Downtown Historic District and many businesses. Seller is open to owner financing terms and/or a purchase contract as well. Parking lot next door is part of the property.
Listing Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Parks & Weisberg R License #RB14028386 Listed on: 08/15/2025
Co-Listing Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Parks & Weisberg R License #RB14049498
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,563
Year Built
- Built in 1929
Lot Details
- 0.51 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 80x170
- Landscaped
- Corner Lot
Parking
- 4 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Block Foundation
- Wood Trim
Interior Spaces
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- 5,935 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Storage
- Partial Basement
Accessible Home Design
- Ramp on the main level
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
- Electric Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 220502800539000008
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,705 | $269,200 | $52,800 | $216,400 |
| 2023 | $9,705 | $274,000 | $52,800 | $221,200 |
| 2022 | $8,018 | $276,600 | $52,800 | $223,800 |
| 2021 | $7,461 | $256,100 | $52,800 | $203,300 |
| 2020 | $7,280 | $256,100 | $52,800 | $203,300 |
| 2019 | $7,050 | $256,100 | $52,800 | $203,300 |
| 2018 | $6,973 | $253,900 | $52,800 | $201,100 |
| 2017 | $7,076 | $253,600 | $52,800 | $200,800 |
| 2016 | $7,896 | $251,400 | $52,800 | $198,600 |
| 2014 | $7,183 | $253,900 | $52,800 | $201,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $247,300 | $52,800 | $194,500 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/15/2025 08/15/25 | For Sale | $595,000 | -- | $100 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | Young Lind Endres & Kraft | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available |
Source: Southern Indiana REALTORS® Association
MLS Number: 2025010318
APN: 22-05-02-800-539.000-008
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